Lauretta Winkley, age 77, of Miles City, passed away on August 18, 2021 at Billings Clinic in Billings, Montana.
Lauretta was born on October 9, 1943, in Lovell, WY to Verl and Lois (Bassett) Asay. She and her family lived in Wise River, Clyde Park and Livingston during her adolescent years. She married Charles Winkley on July 13, 1961, in Rapid City, SD. They lived in many different places but eventually moved to Miles City to be close to family. While raising her 3 children, she worked as a maid at the Custer Inn, then moved to laundry. She then worked many years for the 4-B’s restaurant starting as a dishwasher then to the dinner cook until she retired. Her work ethic was important, and she always moved up because they knew she would do a good job. In her retirement years she enjoyed numerous pets, but dogs were the preferred companion. She loved to feed the birds and take many pictures of them, and of nature.
Lauretta is survived by a daughter Laurie (Tim) Drennen of Moreno Valley, CA, two sons: John (Jennifer) Winkley and Sam (Kathy) Winkley of Miles City; two sisters: Sally Mueller of Lewiston, ID, and Margie Lane of Miles City. 3 grandchildren; Nick Drennen, Shelby Winkley, and Amanda Winkley, and one great-granddaughter, Gracie. One honorary adopted daughter, Kristy Mendenhall. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, sisters, Karen, Sharon and Josie, and brother Jay.
Graveside services will be held Monday, August 30, 2021, at 11:00 am at the Custer County Cemetery. Condolences may be made the family by visiting www.stevensonandson.com
Memorial may be made to the Miles City Animal Shelter in Lauretta’s memory.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday August 30, 2021
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday August 30, 2021
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Eddie Jay & Angie Mueller says
Rest in Eternal Peach Aunt Lauretta you are surely missed buy all of us. I Love You and always will.
Roy says
Rip I will miss you were always there for me no matter what you was a great person and very loving person you have done so much for me and I will always love you and miss you so much I love you Laureate
Sandi Kohones and Jon Wilkerson says
John and family, Lauretta was such a special and wonderful friend. I loved visiting with her when she’d come in St. Vincent’s and I missed her when she could no longer do so. She loved her family and we shared a lot of laughs over the antics of her dog! She was just a treasure and will be missed greatly!
Denise and Jay Harvey says
Our thoughts are with you all. Prayers for comfort and cherished memories.
Bonnie Bristol says
I will always remember our trips with Grandma and Boyd to visit the family. I still remember playing in the river at Wise River. Also your great talent for drawing, especially horses. May you enjoy your re-union with your family on the other side and God Bless your family here.
Bonnie Jean Bristol
Melissa Garza says
Forever in our hearts, rest in peace Aunt Lauretta.
Ana says
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May memories fill your heart ❤️
Raylynn Sleight says
Sending my sincere condolences to your family.
Jan Munroe says
I first met Lauretta when she was with her best buddy, Barb back in the 80’s. She was such a lovely gal! I am so sorry for you loss.
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
To all Lauretta’s family including the Drennen’s: I am so very sorry to hear of Lauretta’s passing. May you find comfort in all your memories.
Denise Stambaugh says
Kathy, Sam and Amanda,
I’m so sorry to hear of “mom’s” passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you especially during this difficult time. I love you to the moon and back. Hugs!!🙏💕🙏
Troy Ferris says
My prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.
Walter White says
Sorry for your loss.
Janet Lassen says
Sorry for your loss.
Donnie Hartgrave says
My prayers are with you so sorry for your loss